Economy

In Depth While there is only one trillionaire, the world is still full of extraordinarily wealthy families, from Gulf monarchs to luxury clothiers

By David Faris Last updated 11 August 26

Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day

By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published 7 August 26

Speed Read This leaves just $66 billion left of the total tariff money that has not been refunded

By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published 6 August 26

The Explainer The cost of supplies has increased nearly 8% in 2026

By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published 5 August 26

Talking Points Markets scramble as ‘forward guidance’ disappears

By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published 4 August 26

Speed Read But the bank also said rates could increase in the near future if inflation does not go down

By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published 30 July 26

Speed Read The United States will introduce new tariffs of 12.5% on goods from trading partners

By Arion McNicoll, The Week UK Published 24 July 26

The Explainer Californians to North Carolinians are dealing with extreme weather problems

By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published 23 July 26

in depth The popularization of drugs like Ozempic is shifting the way consumers spend and forcing businesses to adapt

By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published 22 July 26

Speed Read The tariffs are set to take effect in 30 days

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 21 July 26

Talking Points A metric that leaves out small businesses, many Americans

By Joel Mathis, The Week US Published 16 July 26

Today’s Big Question The chancellor can claim a few ‘sizeable’ achievements, but will largely be remembered for ‘breaking promises and making Brits poorer’

By Will Barker, The Week UK Published 16 July 26